Domestic Violence Service Providers

In Maryland, we have a statewide network of domestic violence programs that provide services to survivors of domestic violence. MNADV provides training, support, and assistance to domestic violence program staff who are working on the ground with survivors.

What do Domestic Violence Service Providers (DVSPs) Do?

DVSPs provide crisis response and comprehensive support services to survivors of domestic abuse to help them heal from trauma, rebuild their lives, and ultimately continue on a path toward a future free from violence. Services provided vary from county to county, but many include the following:

Crisis intervention: 24/7 crisis helplines

Crisis accompaniment, e.g. advocate with DV victim to law enforcement if requested